In the Mirror Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for In the Mirror.
In the Mirror Ending Explained: A CrossFit trainer becomes the father of a baby girl, Snow White. Directed by Laila Pakalnina, this 2020 fantasy film stars Elza Leimane (Stepmother), alongside Lauris Dzelzītis as Snow White's Father, Mārcis Mucenieks as Crossfitter, Mandlēna Valberga as Snow White. With a 6/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of In the Mirror?
A CrossFit trainer becomes the father of a baby girl, Snow White. Snow White’s mother dies, and her father marries a young woman obsessed with CrossFit and herself. She works out all the time in order to be the best. And she really is the best – she can do 50 burpees. In the meantime, little Snow White plays and grows up in the CrossFit gym. Time passes, and one day it turns out – while the Stepmother can do 50 burpees, Snow White can already do 53 burpees...
Laila Pakalnina's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Elza Leimane (Stepmother)'s journey. Snow White’s mother dies, and her father marries a young woman obsessed with CrossFit and herself.
How Does Elza Leimane (Stepmother)'s Story End?
- Elza Leimane: Elza Leimane's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Lauris Dzelzītis (Snow White's Father): Lauris Dzelzītis's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Mārcis Mucenieks (Crossfitter): Mārcis Mucenieks's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of In the Mirror Mean?
In the Mirror's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Elza Leimane may feel rushed. Laila Pakalnina's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.